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Premier Cru · Blanc

Les Cloux

レ・クルー

Rank
Premier Cru
COMMUNE
Rully
AREA
3.17 ha
COLOR
Chardonnay
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Owners

8 producers
Notes · 読み物

コート・シャロネーズ地区のリュリーに位置するレ・クルは、7.12ヘクタールの面積を有する一級畑である。村の西側に広がる斜面の高い位置に所在し、標高は約280メートルから310メートルに達する。土壌は石灰岩が主体となっており、特に上部は石の多い構成が特徴である。主な所有者には、1.81ヘクタールを保持するドメーヌ・ド・ヴィレーヌをはじめ、ドメーヌ・ベルヴィル、ドメーヌ・ブリデ、ヴァンサン・デュルイユ・ジャンティアル、ドメーヌ・クロディー・ジョバール、ドメーヌ・イエガー・ドフェなどが名を連ねる。この畑は、リュリーにおける主要な一級畑の一つとして、標高の高さと石灰質土壌に由来する個性を備えている。

History

Les Cloux is a premier cru *climat* in Rully, the northernmost village of the Côte Chalonnaise. Rully's dual identity — fine still whites alongside a substantial Crémant de Bourgogne production — sets it apart from its Chalonnaise neighbours. Les Cloux is one of the larger premier cru sites in the commune, and it carries a notable tenant: Domaine A&P de Villaine, the estate co-managed by Aubert de Villaine of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, which treats this parcel with the same rigor it brings to the Côte de Nuits.

Style & Terroir

Chardonnay, white only. Registered holdings total roughly 3.Rully whites at premier cru level tend toward freshness and mineral precision — less opulent than Meursault, more accessible than Chablis, with a characteristic lemon-blossom delicacy.

Notable Producers

- Domaine A&P de Villaine (1.81 ha) - Domaine Belleville (0.77 ha) - Domaine Briday (0.41 ha) - Vincent Dureuil-Janthial (0.18 ha) - Domaine Claudie Jobard

Vintage Ratings

Côte Chalonnaise・Blanc · 1969–2024 (5-point overall, newest on right)

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YrScoreWindowNotes
2024★★★★★Drink earlyA difficult year of frost, hail and mildew. Yields dropped sharply and quality struggled, especially for reds; whites fared slightly better.
2023★★★★★Drink earlyA large, juicy crop of reds and whites with modest density. Approachable for early drinking, with strong value appeal.
2022★★★★HoldDespite the heat, perfumed, balanced reds and fresh, concentrated whites — a high-quality recent vintage.
2021★★★★★HoldA cool, frost-affected, challenging year. A return to classical, lively freshness — appealing for high-acid traditionalists.
2020★★★★★HoldAn outstanding recent vintage. Concentrated yet fresh reds and whites suited for both long aging and earlier drinking.
2019★★★★HoldExcellent results for both concentrated reds and rich whites. Classical balance and good long-term aging potential.
2018★★★★HoldA ripe yet fresh vintage. Reds are dark and concentrated; whites show depth and precision — suitable for long aging.
2017★★★★Drink nowGenerous yields and accessible, fruit-forward style. Both reds and whites drink well young — outstanding value for everyday drinking.
2016★★★★★Drink nowLess frost damage than the Côte d'Or in many sectors. Fleshy, approachable reds and whites — a solid medium-term vintage.
2015★★★★Drink nowA warm, ripe and generous year. Reds show deep fruit and structure; whites are rich and balanced — echoing the Côte d'Or.
2014★★★★Drink nowWhites with vibrant acidity were particularly strong. Reds are fresh and transparent — an elegant year across the region.
2013★★★★★Drink nowA cool, late, classical vintage. Clean and fresh with terroir definition — solid medium-term drinking with good value.
2012★★★★Drink nowFrost and hail cut yields, but survivors produced concentrated, balanced reds and whites — high quality echoing the Côte d'Or.
2011★★★★★Past peakWhites fared better than reds. Soft, approachable wines with limited aging potential — best enjoyed in their youthful freshness.
2010★★★★At peakA solid vintage with concentration and balance, benefitting from the Côte d'Or's great year. Good value across reds and whites.
2009★★★★At peakA ripe, seductive vintage; Chalonnaise also produced wines of pure fruit.
2008★★★★★At peakLate harvest yielding pure reds with attractive lean acidity.
2007★★★★★At peakAromatic, fresh wines for early to mid-term drinking.
2006★★★★At peakCharming, balanced wines drinking well now.
2005★★★★★At peakA historic vintage; Chalonnaise also produced concentrated, structured reds.
2004★★★★★At peakFresh, light reds and whites for early enjoyment; good value.
2003★★★★★Past peakRipe and rich from the heatwave but low-acid; most past prime now.
2002★★★★At peakBalanced and fruity; Chalonnaise also delivered successful wines top to bottom.
2001★★★★★At peakUneven from rain and hail; top wines show lean structure.
2000★★★★★Past peakRain softened the wines; mostly past prime now.
1999★★★★At peakA modern reference vintage; Chalonnaise produced juicy, vibrant wines.
1998★★★★★Past peakUneven due to frost and hail; only top producers stood out.
1997★★★★★Past peakRipe, soft reds for early drinking; most are past prime.
1996★★★★At peakOne of the finest recent vintages for Mercurey and Montagny; elegant whites too.
1995★★★★★Past peakRain challenged the year; top wines retained structure.
1993★★★★★Past peakThick-skinned grapes yielded structured reds; well-rated for Chalonnaise.
1992★★★★★Past peakA generous, supple vintage for early drinking.
1991★★★★★Past peakA difficult year compromised by frost and hail.
1990★★★★★Past peakA historic vintage for Chalonnaise too; the dawn of its 1990s renaissance.
1989★★★★Past peakA ripe, seductive vintage.
1988★★★★Past peakA warm September yielded structured reds and whites.
1985★★★★★Past peakA historic vintage of grace and balance; Chalonnaise shone too.
1978★★★★Past peakA late-harvest success; Chalonnaise also yielded concentrated reds.
1976★★★★Past peakA hot vintage producing structured reds in classical style.
1971★★★★Past peakA classic vintage of concentration.
1969★★★★Past peakRemembered as one of the best 1960s vintages for Cote Chalonnaise too.

Aggregated consensus from professional and trade assessments. Individual vineyards or producers may diverge.

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FAQ

Where is Les Cloux located?
Les Cloux (レ・クルー) is a vineyard (climat) located in the commune of Rully, in the Côte Chalonnaise area of Burgundy, France.
What is the classification of Les Cloux?
Les Cloux is classified as Premier Cru (Premier Cru). In the Burgundy AOC hierarchy, it belongs to the Premier Cru tier, just below Grand Cru.
Who owns Les Cloux?
Les Cloux has 8 producers owning parcels, with a total area of approx. 3.17 ha. Notable owners include Domaine A&P de Villaine.
What kind of wine does Les Cloux produce?
Les Cloux primarily produces White wine (Blanc). Its style reflects the terroir of Rully, one of Burgundy's most renowned appellations.

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